Events

Billsboro Winery Plein Air Painting Festival

Saturday, August 10 2013 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

This premier art event benefits The Smith Center for the Arts in Geneva, NY. The Festival is held Thursday August 8 through Sunday August 11. On Thursday and Friday, August 8-9 artists from the northeast will paint "en plein air" throughout the local area. On Saturday August 10 there is a Paint Off in downtown Geneva with participating artists from 10am-1pm. Also, the public is invited to sign up for a Painting Party hosted by artist Tina Yanotti and create their own paintings. A ticketed Gala Reception and Silent Auction will be held at 5 pm at the historic Rose Hill Mansion on the east side of Seneca Lake which includes a juried competition and cash prizes. The Gala will feature a wine and cheese reception and live music. On Sunday, August 11 there is a Public Exhibition and Art Sale at Rose Hill Mansion from 11am-5pm. The historic mansion and Billsboro Rose Hill Tasting Room will be open during the festival. For more information visit the Billsboro Winery website.